Living in Seattle's 'CHOP' zone: Peaceful vibes but noisy at times
SEATTLE – It’s been nearly one week now since protesters took over a six-block stretch of Capitol Hill in a move to amplify the Black Lives Matter movement and push for police reform and defunding.
On Sunday, one of the busiest days at “CHOP,” or Capitol Hill Organized/Occupied Protest, the community and the intrigue both continued to grow with huge crowds showing up to check out the gathering that’s created national buzz.
For those who live nearby, “CHOP” is a new part of their daily lives.
“It’s been super peaceful,” said Lindsey Teschner. “Everyone has been really nice. They get quiet around 11 o’clock at night and I can sleep.”
Teschner lives just one block away from the intersection that’s hosted speakers, DJs and at times, live music.
“I walked through actually this morning. Was offered a face mask, hand sanitizer. A bunch of ‘hellos’ and ‘good mornings,’” she said.
“You are always going to get someone who will turn it into something that it’s not.”
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